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The Holiday Issue
DECEMBER 2019
We’re thankful for you. HAPPY HOLIDAYS, FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS
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CONTENTS
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LOOKING AHEAD 10 / EVENTS CALENDAR
SPOTLIGHT 16 / PARADE OF HOMES/LAKE TRAVIS FILM FESTIVAL 18 / KENDRA SCOTT @ UT/MANDUU COMES TO LAKEWAY
SOCIAL SCENE 20 / CHAMPIONS FOR CHILDREN LUNCHEON 22 / BARKITECTURE AUSTIN 24 / IMAGINE A WAY GALA 26 / A NIGHT FOR NICOLE’S PLACE
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SOCIAL NETWORK
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28 / AFTERNOON IN VENICE 30 / BACK THE BLUE GALA 32 / PLAYBINGO LADIES LUNCHEON 30 / C4AC REUNION CONCERT
STYLE FILE 38 / LITTLE BLACK JACKET 42 / HOLIDAY GLAMOUR
THE HOLIDAY ISSUE 46 / WEST AUSTIN HOLIDAY SHOPPORTUNITIES 50 / FESTIVE FEASTINGS 54 / ESCAPE THE HOLIDAZE 58 / HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
60 / BK BEAUTY BRUSHES
FOR THE HOME 64 / THE GIFT OF SPACE
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ENTERTAINING 66 / WINTER WINE-PAIRING GUIDE
TRAVEL 70 / GET AWAY TO PERU HEALTH 74 / STAND TALL IN 2020 PHILANTHROPY FOCUS
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80 / PROCLAIM JUSTICE
MY AUSTIN 82 / SARAH STORY
ON THE COVER: In the words of D. M. Dellinger, “This is my wish for you: peace of mind, prosperity through the year, happiness that multiplies, health for you and yours, fun around every corner, energy to chase your dreams, joy to fill your holidays!” Cover photography by Natasha Breen/Shutterstock.com. Find holiday inspiration galore in our cover section, starting on page 45. 4 WATERWAYS | December 2019
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PUBLISHER’S LETTER It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year…. Are you ready for all the hustle and bustle and mixing and mingling? Are you ready to spread holiday cheer? Are you ready to set your new year’s resolutions? Ready or not, the season is upon us. Time to tackle the holiday season. Time to reflect on all we are thankful for and all we have accomplished. Time to remember what and whom we hold dear. I think for many people the holidays are a time to which we look forward with great
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anticipation and a smidge of apprehension. I have to admit that I’d be in type A personality, I burn the candle at both ends on a normal day, so adding the holiday busyness can max my stress in record time. The good thing and the bad thing about the holiday season, I’ve learned over the years, is that it’ll arrive much too soon and be over and done before a lot of us probably get a chance to tell all the people in our lives how important they are and how thankful we are to have them in our family, in our circle. So before I get too far into my own holiday fervor, I want to take this
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opportunity to thank each and every one of you for going on this jour-
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Thank you for all your positive feedback and for allowing the magazine to become your new coffee table favorite. I also want to give a very well deserved shout out to my team: Sarah, Ann, Vivian, Brandy, Fred and Lou. You all are truly the wind beneath my wings and have been there every step of the way. I couldn’t and wouldn’t want to do this without any of you. You make me look good! To my husband Drew and my beloved pack of pups, I love you all to the moon and back! You make my heart sing each and every day. Onward and upwards my friends! Cheers to 2020! Let’s live it up in West Austin style!
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CONTRIBUTORS
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Cindy Brzostowski is a freelance writer and editor who previously worked in book publishing and marketing. A graduate of The University of Texas at Austin, she enjoys introducing Austin locals to new adventures in the area.
A native Austinite, freelance writer Jessi Devenyns earned a bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literature from The University of Texas at Austin. Her work has appeared in EASTside Magazine, CultureMap Austin, the Austin Monitor as well as the Austin Chronicle.
Freelance journalist Lauren Jones covers arts, travel and interior design both locally and nationally. She has a monthly arts column for CultureMap Austin, and her work has appeared in Austin Monthly, Tribeza, Domino and Dwell.
Shortly after earning her Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Andrea Luise opened Lakeway Spine Center, where she and her staff provide chiropractic care as well as massage therapy and acupuncture. She is a board-certified spinal decompression specialist.
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Lifestyle photographer Brandi Nellis inspired by bold, bright colors and sparkly things. She has been shooting professionally since 1999 with the goal to give clients happy, colorful and quirky images they can cherish for life.
With more than a dozen years of professional experience, Kim Ortiz has been a full-time photography artist for six years, specializing in mixed media heirloom portraits. She recently relocated her home and photography studio from Dallas to the Lakeway area.
A full-time freelance writer and editor, Shelley Seale has been published in National Geographic, The Guardian, Austin Woman and Texas Monthly, among others. She has also authored or contributed to several books, including The Not So Good, Rather Inadequate Circus and How to Travel the World for Free (Or Pretty Damn Near It!).
Lisa is part of the mother-daughter team behind Amberleaf. She began making her own fashion designs in 2014, focusing on classic lines, quality fabrics and timeless styles for women of all ages. Her daughter Liz joined as chief marketing officer in 2017.
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EVENTS CALENDAR Great Opportunities to Take Part in Austin’s Rich Culture and Thriving Communities
Clockwise from top left: Lakeway’s Trail of Lights; Holiday wonder at Hill Country Galleria; Jungle Book gets a new theatrical interpretation; Local artists sells their wares at Blue Genie Art Bazaar
Design Shine November 20–January 19 The UMLAUF and the American Institute of Architecture, Austin collaborate for this competition that encourages architects and designers to juxtapose architectural elements within the garden. Tuesdays–Fridays 10 AM–4 PM; Saturdays & Sundays 12–4 PM. UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum.
Michael Ray Charles September 5–January 13 Michael Ray Charles uses images of advertising, packaging and media to create art that addresses the ongoing struggle for equality and social justice. Tuesdays–Fridays 10 AM–4 PM; Saturdays & Sundays 12–4 PM. UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum. Jungalbook September 7–December 14 This energetic and creative adaptation by Edward Mast of Kipling’s classic tales of Mowgli ignites the imagination and propels the audience through a world ruled by the wild. Saturdays @ 11 AM & 2 PM. ZACH Theatre. The Sorcerer’s Burden: Contemporary Art and the Anthropological Turn September 14–January 19 Work from 11 artists from around the world and a variety of media raise issues related to race, colonialism, identity, religion and politics for fresh perspectives in unexpected intersections. Tuesdays–Saturdays 11 AM–7 PM; Sundays 12–5 PM. The Contemporary Austin – Jones Center. A Christmas Carol November 20–December 29 ZACH’s inspired adaptation of Dickens’ classic tale is a family-friendly
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Blue Genie Art Bazaar November 22–December 24 The bazaar features the work of more than 200 local and regional artists offering a cornucopia of imaginative and beautiful gifts, including art, jewelry clothing, ceramics and more. 10 AM–10 PM daily; 10 AM–6 PM Christmas Eve. Blue Genie Big Top. The Santaland Diaries November 29–December 29 It’s not Christmas without Crumpet the Elf trying to survive the holiday shopping season at Macy’s. Weeknight performances include a preshow cabaret. Performances Wednesdays, Thursdays & Sundays @ 7:30 PM; Fridays & Saturdays @ 6:30 PM & 9 PM. ZACH Theatre. Hill Country Galleria Holiday Village December 1–24 Shop for gifts from more than 20 vendors, enjoy performances from local dance groups and choirs and have your photo taken with Santa and his reindeer. Sundays 2–6 PM; Thursdays 4–7 PM; Fridays 4–8 PM; Saturdays 12–8 PM. Lakeway Trail of Lights December 1–January 1 Come see thousands of twinkling lights and holiday tableaus, all accompanied by seasonal music. Access the trail from the lower level of the parking lot at the Lakeway Activity
Center or by parking behind City Hall. No dogs. 6 PM–Midnight. Behind Lakeway City Hall. Zilker Tree Lighting December 1 Take a spin under the largest manmade holiday tree standing 155 feet tall with some 3,300 lights. The Zilker Holiday Tree is on display each night from 6 PM to midnight until the end of the year. 5:30 PM. Zilker Park. Handel’s Messiah December 3–4 The Austin Symphony once again presents its Christmas tradition, Handel’s Messiah, accompanied by Chorus Austin. 8 PM. Performance 12/3 @ Hyde Park Baptist Church; 12/4 @ Emmaus Catholic Church. Next to Normal December 5–21 Deaf Austin Theatre presents this award-winning Broadway musical with a cast of both hearing and deaf actors in a show presented in both spoken English and American Sign Language. Performances Thursdays–Saturdays @ 8 PM; Sundays @ 9 PM. Ground Floor Theatre. Light the Night Parade & AfterGlow December 6 The parade along Fredericksburg’s historic Main Street features some 130 bands, floats and other entries, all aglow with lights and holiday spirit. AfterGlow offers food, local wines, holiday shopping and entertainment. Parade @ 6:30 PM; AfterGlow @ Marktplatz. 3–9 PM. The Nutcracker December 7–23 Ballet Austin presents the 57th annual production of Tchaikovsky’s classic holiday tale, with the Austin Symphony Orchestra providing the music. Performance times vary by date. The Long Center. Jingle Bell Run December 7 The Bee Cave Chamber of Commerce hosts a 5K run as well as a kids’ run and costume contests for humans and pets. 7:45 AM. Hill Country Galleria. >>
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT: PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRIAN BIRZER; COURTESY OF ZACH THEATRE; ANNIE WINSETT; COURTESY OF THE CITY OF LAKEWAY
musical sleigh ride through rhythm and time, infusing the traditional Victorian story with a score spanning all genres and eras. Performances Wednesdays–Sundays @ 7:30 PM; Saturdays & Sundays @ 2:30 PM. ZACH Theatre.
2018 Home Builders Association Custom Builder of the Year, Arbogast Homes is a boutique custom homebuilder committed to absolute client satisfaction. Accepting only a limited number of clients per year, Tod Arbogast insists on being personally involved in every home he builds. Exquisite craftsmanship, attention to detail and building with integrity are cornerstones of his company. With well over a decade in residential construction as well as a valuable background in commercial construction, Tod and his team deliver superior quality and outstanding service every time.
BUILDING EXCELLENCE IN CENTRAL TEXAS FOR MORE THAN A DECADE
A CUT ABOVE THE REST There are any number of custom home builders in Austin that build exceptional houses – Tod is certainly one of those – but what sets Tod apart is his focus on the client. We moved into our Arbogast Custom Home in the summer of 2016. It was a pleasure working with Tod at every step in the process. Tod was personally involved and our satisfaction was always the top priority. Tod and his team were professional, courteous, honest and knowledgeable. Visually, there is no denying the quality of construction and finish of our house. What we didn’t expect was how quiet and efficient the house would be. The windows, doors, spray foam, HVAC system, and tank-less water heaters reduced our energy consumption by 2/3 – even though the house is larger than our previous one. As I said in the beginning, while the product is exceptional, it’s Tod’s engagement and focus on the client’s experience that sets him apart. Ultimately, Tod didn’t build a house – he built our home. A home we will enjoy for many years to come. Thank you Tod!” -Brad Harwell
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EVENTS CALENDAR Breakfast with Santa December 7 Mr. and Mrs. Claus will meet children individually. Ticket includes breakfast, an individual meeting and photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus as well as a toy. 8:30 AM & 10:30 AM. Lakeway Activity Center.
Mini Market December 8 Love Child hosts its second annual holiday pop-up shop with some 35 vendors offering a variety of products for moms and children as well as a Mother Lounge. South Congress Hotel. 10 AM–3 PM.
Holiday Heroes December 14 This ZACH holiday tradition allows kids of all ages to sing along as Rufus and Ernie get caught up in their usual musical shenanigans and celebrate seasonal traditions from around the world. 11 AM. ZACH Theatre.
Christmas on Mercer Street December 7 Dripping Springs’ historic Mercer Street is transformed into an all-day holiday festival with arts and crafts vendors, activities for the kids, live music and great food. 10 AM–5 PM, with the lighting of the tree @ Veterans Memorial Park @ 6:15 PM.
Big Band Bash December 9 The Lakeway Arts Committee presents big band music from the 17-piece Republic of Texas Big Band. 7:30 PM. Lakeway Activity Center.
Dancing with the Stars Austin December 14 A fresh group of Austin philanthropists compete for your applause and the coveted mirror ball trophy, all to support the work of the Center for Child Protection. 6 PM. JW Marriott Austin.
Holiday Heroes December 7 This ZACH holiday tradition allows kids of all ages to sing along as Rufus and Ernie get caught up in their usual musical shenanigans and celebrate seasonal traditions from around the world. 11 AM. ZACH Theatre. Austin Trail of Lights Fun Run December 7 Jingle, jog and jive your way through the 2.1-mile course starting at the Zilker Holiday Tree and moving through the Trail of Lights in your best holiday costume, and then stick around for the Finish Line Festival. 6 PM. Zilker Park. Lake Travis Lighted Boat Parade December 7 If watching marine vessels decorated stem to stern with holiday lights floats your boat, then this parade is for you. This annual floating extravaganza starts at Crosswater Yacht Club, travels southwest past Lakeway Marina and Rough Hollow Yacht Club and then ends back where it started. 6 PM.
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Lush Life
Lush Life December 28–29 This orchestra-centered, cabaret-style concert by the Austin Symphony Orchestra features both Duke Ellington hits and the elegant and sophisticated music of Billy Strayhorn. 8 PM. Palmer Events Center.
Dear Evan Hansen December 10–15 Evan Hansen is about to get the one thing he’s always wanted: a chance to finally fit in. Performances Tuesday–Saturday @ 8 PM; Saturday matinee @ 2 PM; Sunday @ 1 PM & 7 PM. Bass Concert Hall.
Austin’s New Year December 31 Say farewell to 2019 and hello to 2020 with this family-friendly event that ends with a fireworks display around 10 PM. 7:30 PM. Vic Mathias Shores.
Austin Trail of Lights December 10–23 The Zilker Trail of Lights boasts more than 2 million lights, 65 displays along with food trucks, entertainment stages and interactive experiences throughout the park. 7-10 PM. Zilker Park.
Rach Star January 10–11 The Austin Symphony Orchestra and guest pianist Orion Weiss present selections from Rachmaninoff and Arnold Schoenberg’s orchestration of Brahms’ Piano Quartet in G Minor. 8 PM. The Long Center.
Armadillo Christmas Bazaar December 13–24 One of Austin’s longest running art and music festivals, visitors can find upscale art, handmade gifts, stocking stuffers and more from more than 175 artists. 11 AM–10 PM. Palmer Events Center.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show January 18–April 26 Little ones will thrill to see their favorite Eric Carle stories come to life with the help of puppets. Adults too will know by heart Brown Bear, Brown Bear and other Carle classics. Performances Saturdays & Sundays @ 2:30 PM. ZACH Theatre. Hello, Dolly!
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Hello, Dolly! January 21–26 The revival of this ever-popular Broadway musical comes to Austin with Carolee Carmello in the titular role. Performances Tuesday–Saturday @ 8 PM; Saturday matinee @ 2 PM; Sunday @ 1 PM & 7 PM. Bass Concert Hall. A Night with Janis Joplin January 29–March 8 Celebrating a Texas musical marvel and the trailblazing female blues and soul vocalists who influenced her, this show is packed with such enduring hits as “Me and Bobby McGee” and “Mercedes Benz” plus iconic songs from Aretha Franklin, Nina Simone, Etta James and more. Performances Wednesdays–Sundays @ 7:30 PM; Saturdays & Sundays @ 2:30 PM. ZACH Theatre. >>
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT: PHOTOGRAPHY BY JENNIFER M. RAMOS; COURTESY OF AUSTIN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA; COURTESY OF THE CITY OF LAKEWAY; JULIETA CERVANTES; SCOTT VAN OSDOL
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Conspirare Christmas December 9 Begin the holidays with Austin’s beloved choir joined with special guests Nicole Joseph and the African Children’s Choir performing songs of hope, courage and love. 7:30 PM. The Long Center.
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EVENTS CALENDAR Clockwise from top left: Come From Away comes to Bass Concert Hall; Indy gets a live orchestra concert; Doyle Bramhall II headlines the Austin Cares Concert
Proclaim Justice Gala February 6 Join Proclaim Justice for an awesome night of cocktails, dinner, a live auction, inspiring words from beneficiaries of the organization’s work and, finally, a concert headlined by Gary Clark, Jr. and with a special appearance by the Dixie Chicks. Austin City Limits Live at the Moody Theater.
Picture Perfect February 7–8 Selections from Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons along with works from Hindemith and Mussorgsky are sure to make for a picture-perfect evening with the Austin Symphony Orchestra. 8 PM. The Long Center. Red Haute Valentine Party and Style Show February 9 This Valentine’s Day party hosted by Women’s Symphony League of Austin features activities for all ages, a marketplace as well as a fashion show with the latest styles for toddlers through teens. 11 AM. The LINE Hotel Austin. Nicole Eisenman February 13–August 2 Encompassing a range of media including drawing, painting and sculpture, this exhibition focuses on Eisenman’s antimonumental and enigmatic three-dimensional work. Hours vary by location. The Contemporary Austin – Jones Center and The Contemporary Austin – Laguna Gloria. Restless Hearts February 14–16 Ballet Austin celebrates Valentine’s Day with “Rubies” from George Balanchine’s Jewels along with Christopher Wheeldon’s Ghosts. Performances Friday & Saturday @ 8 PM; Sunday @ 3 PM. The Long Center.
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Austin Cares Concert February 16 Concerts 4 Austin Charities presents its biggest concert of the year, with Doyle Bramhall II & Friends headlining and Austin’s own Greyhound opening this showcase event. 5 PM. Austin City Limits Live at the Moody Theater. Come From Away February 18–23 This Broadway musical tells the true story of a small town in Newfoundland that welcomed 7,000 airline passengers stranded when the U.S. shut down its airspace immediately after the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Performances Tuesday–Saturday @ 8 PM; Saturday matinee @ 2 PM; Sunday @ 1 PM & 7 PM. Bass Concert Hall. Little Black Dress 2020 February 20 Enjoy sips, bites, an auction and Breakfast at Tiffany’s to support Dress for Success Austin in its work to help Central Texas women leave poverty with its development programs. 5:30 PM. AFS Cinema. Vanguard II February 20 This Conspirare concert showcases extraordinary works for voices and instruments by today’s boldest compositional voices. 7:30 PM. St. Martin’s Lutheran Church. Raiders of the Lost Ark February 22 This legendary film score by John Williams is performed live to picture
by the Austin Symphony Orchestra. 8 PM. The Long Center. Contemporary & Classic February 23 Frank Martin’s Mass for Double Choir is the centerpiece of this Conspirare concert showcasing works for double choir. The program also includes a setting of Martin Luther King’s words by composer Paul Ayres, William Harris’ “Faire is the Heaven” and Jonathan Dove’s The Passing of the Year. 4 PM. St. Martin’s Lutheran Church. Where the Stars Shine Awards Banquet February 29 The Lake Travis Film Festival celebrates the film industry, announces the winners of its various film categories and recognizes the recipient of its first Star of Texas award. 8 PM. Sonesta Bee Cave Austin Hotel. Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch February 29–April 4 One Valentine’s Day lonely Mr. Hatch receives a note that reads, “Somebody loves you,” and everything changes. With a contemporary score and playful audience interaction, this stage adaptation of Eileen Spinelli’s book celebrates friendship, acceptance and self-esteem. Performances Saturdays @ 11 AM. ZACH Theatre.
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Every Brilliant Thing February 5–March 29 A boy sets out to count his blessings and list every single special, ordinary thing about living to raise his mom’s spirit in this interactive, improvisational play about life, loss and the lengths we’ll go to for the ones we love. Performances Wednesdays– Sundays @ 7:30 PM; Saturdays & Sundays @ 2:30 PM. ZACH Theatre.
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Lights! Camera! Action! Film Festival Puts Lake Travis on the Marquee Don’t call it a prelude to South by Southwest. The Lake Travis Film Festival takes place February 27 through March 1 at a variety of locations in its namesake area. Filmmaker and Bee Cave resident Kat Albert is the driving force behind the festival. “Our goal is to enrich cinephilia and cultural awareness Arbogast’s 2020 Parade of Homes design
within our community, using the backdrop of gorgeous terrain to inspire up-and-coming creatives.” The festival will also give local filmmakers an opportunity to find an audience and highlight to the entertainment industry the many filming venues and opportunities the Lake Travis area offers. The schedule includes a number of screenings, industry discussion panels and parties. One highlight of the event is the Where the Stars Shine awards banquet on February 29th, at Sonesta Bee Cave Austin Hotel. Awards will go to the best feature-length film, best documentary, best Texas film, best
Tod Arbogast, far right, with fellow 2020 Parade of Homes builders
student film and more. Another highlight is the industry day and community open and film projects have used as a shooting location over the years. Says Albert, “I am heartened by the more than 50 volunteers
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The Reserve at Lake Travis as the site for its 2020 Greater Austin Parade of Homes, and Arbogast Custom Homes is one of a select group of homebuilders constructing a residence for it. The theme for Arbogast’s 3,539 square-foot residence is “We are Family.” It’s tailored for lake living and for bringing families together and making memories. With four bedrooms, four full baths and one half-bath, the home is designed around three master suites, with a large bunk area for kids. “For the Parade of Homes we thought it was important to showcase a home where buyers can host their family and friends amongst the beautiful setting, thus the theme ‘We are Family,’” said Tod Arbogast. “Emphasis was placed on outdoor living with a luxurious pool, multiple patios, a dedicated grill area as well as a bocce ball court. “We are excited for Parade of Homes attendees to tour this elegant property, ‘right-sized’ for today’s home buyers.” The 2020 Greater Austin Parade of Homes takes place June 13–15, June 19–21 and June 26–28. Learn more about the tour at paradeofhomesaustin.com. 16 WATERWAYS | December 2019
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Helping Hand Home for Children, Travis County’s oldest continuously operating residential childcare agency, hosted its 20th annual Champions for Children luncheon and awards presentation in early October. The organization is a safe haven for kids healing from trauma. It offers residential therapeutic treatment and family support programs as well as operates foster care and adoption programs. Each year it places some 145 children into homes through its foster care and adoption programs. Last year volunteers put in more than 11,200 hours of service. The hard work and dedication of these volunteers and caregivers were honored by the attendees at this year’s event, held at the JW Marriott. This year’s community honorees are Chrystal Smith, founder of Foster Village; Albert L. Black, executive director of Child Inc.; Kristin Finan, cofounder, president and CEO of Carrying Hope; and The Charlotte and Craig Benson Family & Beyond Batten Disease Foundation. A special award was presented to this year’s philanthropic honorees, Adria and Brian Sheth. Through their Sheth Sangreal Foundation, the couple supports not only Helping Hand Home for Children but also The SAFE Alliance, The Boys and Girls Club of Austin, the Waller Creek Conservancy and several other organizations in the Austin area. The luncheon’s featured speakers was Christina Meredith, author of CinderGirl: My Journey Out of the Ashes to a Life of Hope. A survivor of sexual, mental and emotional abuse, trauma, poverty and homelessness, she shared how she found the strength and support she need to triumph in the face of adversity to forge a life committed to helping others.
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HOUNDS A ranch house for Rover? Maybe a bungalow for Bowser? The 15th annual Barkitecture Austin, hosted by Animal Lovers of Austin, Inc., took place at the end of October. The event sees local architects, builders and interior designers team up to build one-of-a-kind doghouses that are far from your typical doghouse. This year’s participants included Meredith Owen Interiors, Jauregui Architect, Balfour Beatty Construction and Cedar Ridge High School Design Studio. The showcase held at Fair Market not only allowed the public to view the cutting-edge canine cribs but also included a doggie costume contest and the BarkLounge, where two-legged and four-legged attendees could relax and enjoy treats. Attendees could also vote for their favorite construction, and a panel of judges awarded prizes in a number of categories, including Best in Show, Keep Austin Woof as well as Best Urban and PEED (Sustainable), a unique take on the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) designation for eco-friendly buildings. Proceeds from the doghouse auctions benefit Austin Pets Alive!, Lone Star Doberman Rescue and Safe in Austin. 22 WATERWAYS | December 2019
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Reaching for the Stars GoFundMe campaigns and pleas for financial assistance on social media platforms to cover health care costs have unfortunately become commonplace. For Austin-area families grappling with how to pay for the vital therapy services for their children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, there’s Imagine A Way. The nonprofit organization sponsors children ages 2 through 6 whose parents are underinsured or uninsured. In 2019 the nonprofit organization sponsored nearly 30 children. The cost of applied behavior analysis, considered to be the 24 WATERWAYS | December 2019
best-researched therapy for autism can be as high as $75,000 annually for the 15 to 40 hours of treatment each week. To continue its work, Imagine A Way held its eighth annual gala in early October at the InterContinental Stephen F. Austin hotel. The 300 attendees at the sold-out event took part in a silent auction and raffle as well as a live auction and dined on a delicious supper. The night’s program including inspiring words from founders Joel and Carolyn Price, among others. Learn more about Imagine A Way at imagineaway.org.
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In early November The Austin 20 hosted A Night for Nicole’s Place at the Texas Disposal Exotic Game Ranch in Buda. The event included cocktails, dinner from Jack Allen’s Kitchen, performances by Kelly Willis and Bruce Robinson and a raffle of items donated by Robin Hancock Fine Jewelers. Nicole’s Place is a planned temporary sanctuary for female victims of domestic sex trafficking ages 11 to 17. Not long after the fundraiser, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held to mark the start of construction on the first two cottages on the campus, which will house up to 10 girls. The goal is to eventually build enough cottages to house up to 40 young women. The facility will also provide other support and services to help them recover and rebuild their lives. The facility is the result of a partnership between Upbring, an organization with more than 135 years’ experience helping victims of child abuse and trauma, and The Austin 20, a local grassroots organization working to end domestic sex trafficking of minors. Learn more about Nicole’s Place at nicolesplace.org.
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SOCIAL NETWORK BACKING THE LAKEWAY BLUE The Lakeway Police Foundation held its annual Back the Blue Gala to honor the Lakeway Police Department and to raise funds to support department employees and their families. The event at The Oasis included both a silent auction and live auction that featured a number of packages donated by area businesses. During the evening’s program, crime scene technician Edgar Smith was recognized as the police department’s Employee of the Year. Attendees then danced the night away to music performed by Suede.
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The Friends of Christopher Guild held its 16th annual PlayBingo Ladies Luncheon fundraiser to support the Center for Child Protection (CCP). Some 1,200 attendees donned Roaring Twenties–style fashions and finery for the event held at the JW Marriott Austin in early October. In addition to playing bingo, they bid on silent auction items, played such games as Bubbles & Bling and Life’s a Box of Chocolates and sipped champagne. The proceeds allow CCP to continue its work advocating for and providing services to victims of child abuse in Travis County.
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REUNITED & IT FEELS SO GOOD! On the first Sunday of October, Concerts 4 Austin Charities reunited the bands that performed at its very first concert a little more than three years ago. The organization’s Reunion Concert brought together the Peterson Brothers and The Texas K.G.B. to put on a rockin’ show at Iron Wolf Ranch. Proceeds from the kid- and caninefriendly show benefitted the Step Onward Foundation, Superhero Kids and the Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM).
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The LBJ Move Aside, LBD! The Little Black Jacket Is Your New Go-To By Lisa Sikora
Design Options Galore The design of an LBJ can greatly enhance its utility. A jacket’s fabric, length, sleeve and collar are all aspects that can help you wear it like a high-fashion pro. The key quality of any LBJ is its fabric. The fabric determines how the garment hangs on you, and fabric quality impacts the lifespan of the garment. It also is a factor in >> 38 WATERWAYS | December 2019
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A little black jacket (LBJ) is a wonderful asset to any wardrobe. The options for wearing it are many thanks to its versatility, and the variety of LBJ styles are seemingly endless. Whether you’re reaching for an LBJ that’s already in your closet or one that’s hanging on a boutique rack that you’re considering adding to your arsenal, keep in mind a few points so that you can pull together a look that works for you: • Own your look. Be authentic and wear what works for you. • Don’t be afraid to break fashion “rules.” Wear classic with the unexpected. Pair that LBJ with a vibrant color or pattern, or pair it with an eye-catching accessory. • The LBJ can complete a classic casual look. Pair it with a perfectly cut pair of jeans and a crisp, white button-up shirt. Remember that elegance is found in the unseen and subtle. • The LBJ can be really casual. Wear it with a t-shirt and shorts. • For all its darkness, the LBJ can be soft and feminine. This is especially true when you wear it with a dress. Don’t limit yourself to pairing it only with solids. Go for that bold floral print, or strike a strong note of contrasts by teaming it with lace.
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STYLE FILE when and how you can wear the jacket. For example, a satin tuxedo jacket adds a dramatic flair to any outfit. Combine it with jeans and a white button-up shirt and knee-high black boots for an elegant yet unexpected ensemble. Consider too an LBJ made from a water-resistant fabric, making it both fashionable and functional. To demonstrate how important fabric is, let’s consider an LBJ made of a lovely unlined cashmere blend. Cashmere blends travel well because they don’t wrinkle and keep you warm. However, that cashmere blend fabric that keeps you warm can be a detriment thanks to Central Texas weather, so you’d likely only be able to wear it in fall and winter. The length of an LBJ offers awesome silhouette possibilities. For example, a short LBJ worn over a dress can change the whole look of the ensemble. You can even pair a short LBJ over a tunic with leggings for added dimension. An LBJ with a hem that falls below the hips offers many styling options too. Whether you pair it with a t-shirt, ripped jeans and flats or with a satin blouse and houndstooth pants, your look will be a powerful one. A black capelet can be paired with a dress for an elegant evening look. For a more Austin-type look, dress up your favorite t-shirt and colored jeans with high-tops and a black capelet. The design of the sleeves and the collar can each add an eye-catching element of fun or drama to an LBJ. An LBJ with three-quarters sleeves is a flattering option. If your go-to LBJ has long sleeves but you want a change of pace, roll up the sleeves to achieve the same effect. The right collar can frame your face and have a dramatic impact. Highlight your beautiful face by pairing a black wrap jacket and adding a pop of color with a scarf. LBJs with lapels frame your face and dress up any simple neckline. Even a jacket sans lapels can bring the drama because you can then draw focus to a scarf, bowtie or statement necklace.
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dress and jumpsuit is hand-selected
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Austin? The area is full of stores offering great gifts for everyone.
Regardless if you’re shopping for someone who’s recently acquired a green thumb or someone who’s a master gardener, the folks at Barton Springs Nursery can steer you down a flowerladen path full of dappled light to the right destination for native plans and garden supplies. 3601 Bee Cave Rd in West Lake Hills | bartonspringsnursery.com Maybe the garden enthusiast on your holiday shopping list is more about spending time in the garden or patio than she or he is about caring for plants. Global Mariner FurniTreasures await at Lux Rox Boutique
ture can help make that garden space
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DOGGONE GOOD TREATS
NATURALISTS’ DELIGHTS
Tropicals galore at The Natural Gardener
The four-legged members of the family are just as important as
If your gift list includes gardening enthusiasts, head to The Natural
Harrison Jewelers has sparkling rings and more
the two-legged ones. Pet Wants offers a host of treats, especially
Gardener. Known for its focus on or-
for doggos that includes ice
ganic gardening and sustainable eco-
cream and even doggie beer, as
system and located on eight acres,
well as nutritional supplements
the garden center not only sells
and toys to keep them happy,
seasonal plants and holds classes on
healthy and coming back for more.
a variety of horticulture topics, but
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it also has a shop full of whimsical
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garden décor, including cat gnomes and hand-fired planters.
Woof Gang Bakery has two loca-
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then make an appointment to visit Austin Galleries. An authentic Renoir or Chagall will make an unforgettable gift. 5804 Lookout Mountain Dr | austingalleries.com
CAFFEINE FINDS FOR CAFFEINE FIENDS While some do indeed like their coffee hot, others like it cold and yet others enjoy it prepared quite elaborately. Whatever the gift recipient’s preferred method, Pajaros Volando by Estela Aguirre, an example of the fine art sold at Austin Galleries
Greater Goods Coffee Co. has
Civil Goat’s cold-brew coffee in 8-ounce cans
beans for it. You buy a great gift, and Greater Goods gives a sizable portion of sales to charity. 12005 Bee Cave Rd, Ste 4B in Bee
kids but also can help them
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of salon and spa services.
After a flurry of holiday shopping,
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you might want to visit Civil Goat
3500 RR 620 South, Bldg B-200 in
Coffee Co. not only for a bag of
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its freshly roasted coffee for the coffee addict on your gift list but also for a great cup of cof-
HEARTH AND HOME
fee for yourself. You might even get the opportunity to chill with
The walls of a home should be as comforting as the furnishings contained within, and a few strategically placed
Russell Art & Frame helps make a house a home
Butters, the company’s pygmy goat mascot. 704 Cuernavaca Dr | civilgoat.com
artworks can do a lot to give a room a certain ambiance. Lisa Russell and her staff at Russell Art & Frame can help you select just the right piece from the
Greater Goods Coffee is two gifts in one
pieces on sale, or they can help you design a custom objet d’art by framing or encasing a beloved keepsake. 1516 RR 620 South, Ste 120 in Lakeway | russell-collection.com If the art-loving recipient has particular tastes, particularly European and American art from the 18th through 20th centuries with an emphasis on modern and contemporary pieces,
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Woof Gang Bakery aims to please four-legged family members
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ENTERTAINING
Holly + Jolly Bites, Sips and Tips for Your Get-Together ‘Tis the season for making merry. Chef David Bull, executive chef of Second Bar + Kitchen at Domain NORTHSIDE, and other members of the Second Bar + Kitchen crew offer recipes and advice for making your holiday
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NOCHEBUENA PONCHE RIFF NAVIDEÑO (TRADITIONAL MEXICAN HOLIDAY PUNCH) By Jason Stevens, Director of Bars + Beverage 1/2 cup African nectar rooibos tea, such as by Mighty Leaf 1/3 cup hibiscus blossoms 20 whole allspice berries, crushed 2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary 2 three-inch cinnamon sticks Crushed zest of 2 oranges 2 fresh guavas, peeled and chopped (optional but optimal) 1/3 cup honey 1 cup quality añejo tequila, such as by Tequila Ocho 4 ounces freshly squeezed orange juice
HOLIDAY PEPPERMINT COOKIES
1. Steep the tea, blossoms, crushed berries, rosemary, cinnamon sticks, orange zest and chopped guava in hot water for 20 minutes. 2. Strain out the solids, and then stir in the honey, tequila and orange juice.
1. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. 2. In a stand mixer with a paddle attachment, cream together the soft butter and sifted powdered sugar. When fluffy and doubled in size, add the vanilla paste and peppermint flavoring. 3. Add the flour and salt. The dough will look crumbly when combined. 4. Add the milk one tablespoon at a time. 5. Place the dough in a piping bag equipped with an Ateco no. 824 star tip. >>
Serve the punch warm or cold. If serving it cold, allow the punch to cool in the refrigerator, and then serve over ice. Garnish both hot and cold versions with a cinnamon stick, orange peel, small rosemary sprig and lemon wedge.
By Michelle Hall, Executive Pastry Chef 8 ounces soft butter 4 ounces powdered sugar 1 teaspoon Nielsen-Massey vanilla paste ¼ teaspoon Boyajian peppermint flavoring 2 cups all-purpose flour ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ cup milk Holiday sprinkles
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ENTERTAINING 6. Pipe rosettes each the size of a quarter on a baking mat, and then sprinkle them with the holiday sprinkles. Ensure the sprinkles are bakeable or else they will melt and bleed into the cookies during baking. 7. Bake at 300 degrees for 8 minutes. Turn and bake for another 4 minutes or until the lines on the rosettes are light brown. Do not overbake.
JALAPENO-CORN FRITTERS WITH MAPLE CREAM CHEESE By Chef David Bull For the fritters 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 cup all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 large egg ¾ cup milk, room temperature ½ ounce butter, melted 10 ounces corn kernels, roasted 1 ounce jalapeno, minced 1 teaspoon chives, minced Vegetable oil
GET YOUR PARTY ON Tips by Taylor Harrington, Event + Catering Sales Manager > Create a customized
> Consider self-serve
music playlist
cocktails
I begin making my playlists for holiday
Punch bowls are more fun than
parties as soon as I feel “in the spirit.” > Inventory all décor and serving ware It’s been a year since you last used Aunt Begonia’s gold-plated stemware, so be sure to clean off all the dust. If those garlands you’ve used for years are falling apart, create or shop for new decorations.
For the maple cream cheese 1½ cups cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoons maple syrup 2 teaspoons chives, snipped 1. Add the maple syrup to the cream cheese, and whisk until combined. 2. Place the maple cream cheese into a serving bowl and garnish with snipped chives. 52 WATERWAYS | December 2019
> Know your guests’ dietary restrictions Be a considerate host by ensuring all your guests have something to enjoy. I find it’s good to have vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free options available.
having random people in your kitchen. Jason Stevens’ recipe for a traditional Mexican Christmas punch is great for this purpose. If you don’t have a bar, create an area for it. I typically set mine up on the patio to minimize sticky countertops. > Don’t obsess Hosting an event is a lot of work, and no one’s going to notice if the napkins don’t match the candles. Relax and enjoy the party too!
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1. Mix the first five dry ingredients together until well combined. In a separate bowl whisk together the egg, milk and melted butter. 2. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, and then mix until well combined. Fold in the corn, jalapeno and chives. 3. Preheat oil to 350 degrees over medium heat in a large skillet, heavy-gauge sauce pot or deep fat fryer. Using a small scoop or spoon, carefully drop the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown for 1–2 minutes. 4. Turn the fritters over and fry for another 1–2 minutes or until the battered is just cooked through. 5. Remove the fritters and immediately season with salt. Place them on paper towels to drain. 6. Assemble the corn fritters on a platter with the maple cream cheese and serve warm. Yield: About 18-24 fritters
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Explore These Central Austin Destinations
it’s
that time of year again, when you and thousands of others are
attempting to enjoy the holiday season, trying to cram a lot of activities into a little bit of time—and probably finding yourself in a harried daze. This year consider an alternative to the heavily trafficked major shopping
and eating destinations. At these Central Austin retailers and restaurants, you can enjoy yourself and reclaim your holiday spirit.
> MARK YOUR ROUTE The area of Lamar Avenue that’s just north of downtown provides an array of opportunities for shopping, dining and more. From there you can hop over to the fun and funky shops along North Loop and then see all that Burnet Road has to offer. Or reverse the order. Either way, you’re bound to have a great day.
> FOR THOSE WITH A SWEET TOOTH
You can’t go wrong at Gusto Italian Kitchen + Wine Bar, which offers $6 aperitivi cocktails, nor at Rosedale Kitchen and Bar, which offers $2 off all draught beer. For the beer lover Pinthouse Pizza is a gem with its own on-site brewery. GUSTO ITALIAN KITCHEN + WINE BAR 4800 Burnet Rd gustoitaliankitchen.com ROSEDALE KITCHEN AND BAR 3800 N Lamar Blvd rosedalekb.com PINTHOUSE PIZZA 4729 Burnet Rd pinthousepizza.com
A variety of businesses in Austin aim to satisfy your sweet tooth. Lick Honest Ice Creams, owned and operated by Chad Palmatier and Anthony Sobotik, is a must with made-from-scratch, inventive flavors made from local dairy products. Upper Crust Bakery has been a part of the Austin community for nearly 30 years and is well-known for its scrumptious cakes. Don’t miss the magnificent confections from Fluff Meringues & More.
> FOR THE PLANT PARENT
LICK HONEST ICE CREAMS 6555 Burnet Rd, #200 ilikelick.com UPPER CRUST BAKERY 4508 Burnet Rd uppercrustbakery.com FLUFF MERINGUES & MORE 4800 Burnet Rd fluff-meringues.com
FLOURISH 215 W North Loop Blvd flourish-austin.com MIGUEL’S GALLERY AND GARDEN 5209 Burnet Rd miguelsgalleryandgarden.com CENTRAL MARKET 4001 N Lamar Blvd centralmarket.com
> FOR THOSE ALWAYS HAPPY TO CELEBRATE HAPPY HOUR
> FOR THRIFTY THRILLS
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere, right? Fortunately, Central Austin has opportunities galore to imbibe and unwind from the holiday stress.
Whether your green thumb is a little rusty or you’re a seasoned horticulturist, North Loop’s specialty plant shop Flourish is a must. A great plant deserves a great container, which you can find in abundance at Miguel’s Gallery and Garden. Looking for something to brighten your dining table or desk in a more temporary way? Then Central Market’s amazing floral department is sure to have what you need.
A day on the town doesn’t have to be expensive. When you shop the curated goodies at Austin Pets Alive! Thrift shop, you’re helping the organization help cats and dogs
Central Market
in Central Texas. Pop over to the volunteer-run Monkeywrench Books to pick up a unique title or two, or challenge family and friends to a game at Dart Bowl. AUSTIN PETS ALIVE! THRIFT 5801 Burnet Rd apathrift.org MONKEYWRENCH BOOKS 110 E North Loop Blvd monkeywrenchbooks.org DART BOWL 5700 Grover Ave dartbowl.com
> FOR COLLECTORS AND NOSTALGICS Midtown Austin is the place to be to take a trip down memory lane. Out >>
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OUT OF THE PAST COLLECTIBLES 5341 Burnet Rd facebook.com/OOPATX KIDS-N-CATS 5732 Burnet Rd kids-n-cats.com ROOM SERVICE VINTAGE 107 E North Loop Blvd roomservicevintage.com
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> FOR THE FASHIONABLE Austin is well-known for its fashion scene. Whether you’re shopping for yourself or someone else this holiday season, make sure to stop by Adelante Boutique in the 26 Doors Shopping Center just west of Lamar as well as Kendra Scott’s Lamar location. At North Loop’s Revival Vintage you can score some serious throwback looks, and Sue Patrick has you covered for all the UT gear you could ever want. ADELANTE BOUTIQUE 1206 W 38th St adelanteaustin.com KENDRA SCOTT 3800 N Lamar Blvd kendrascott.com REVIVAL VINTAGE 100 E North Loop Blvd revivalvintagetexas.com SUE PATRICK 5222 Burnet Rd, Ste 150 suepatrick.com
Adelante Boutique
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of the Past Collectibles is chockablock with just about everything anyone could collect, from recent Funko Pop! figures to vintage vinyl. Kids-N-Cats caters not just to kids and cats but also to adults and dogs and so many more customers with its selection of new and vintage finds. Room Service Vintage specializes in “artifacts” from the 1950s through the 1970s.
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Jewelry Constellation collection all feature diamonds and stars to add a twinkle to anyone’s day. Orb earrings in 14k yellow gold, $3,610. Sterling silver orb on the designer’s signature steel chain, $828. Wrap-style signature steel chain bracelet with 14k yellow gold bar, $2,254. lizabethjewelry.com
The IWC Schaffhausen Portugieser Annual Calendar watch from Marc Robinson Jewelers is a mechanical masterpiece. Its annual calendar only requires manual correction once a year at the end of February. $20,900. marcrobinsonjewelers.com | 3464 RR 620 South in Bee Cave | Barton Creek
Make a statement with this Large Love Links necklace in gold, $148, and the Four Points Cross 14k gold-plated pendant with black gemstones, $174, from B. Everly Jewelry. b-everly.com
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These scintillant pieces from the Liza Beth
The Day Pack holiday gift package from Desert Door includes a bottle of the craft distiller’s Original sotol, a BAGGU tote with the Desert Door logo, a pair of camp mugs, Featuring both animal print and metallic
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Polished and stylish, the sparkling ribbed halter in navy-gold from Bess and George is a great option for both casual and dressier looks. $98. bessandgeorge.com
BYOB never looked so stylish! This Dani Risi embroidered canvas bag from Tribeca is just the right size for toting a bottle of wine or other sipping pleasure. $34. tribecaatx.com Oaks at Lakeway
You can giftwrap glamour with the Golden Glow gift set from Elevé Cosmetics. It includes Flashdance liquid highlighter in rose gold, Lip Pop lip gloss in Park City and
Give the golfer in your life a tee-rific gift with
Nail Pop nail polish in Goldie. $60
gear from the PGA Tour Superstore. Shown
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are the Titleist Vokey SM7 wedge, $120; Titleist Pro V1 and Pro V1X golf balls, box of 12, $40 each; and Bushnell Tour V4 rangerfinder, $270.
The “Snow What Fun” 8-piece box of assorted
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milk, white and dark chocolates from Maggie
Shopping Center
Louise Confections will delight chocoholics. These sweets are handmade from premium, responsibly sourced Ecuadorian chocolate. $48. maggielouiseconfections.com | 1017 E 6th St
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Beauty Brush Up Makeup Guru Lisa Jauregui Launches Own Line of Brushes Makeup vlogger and regular Waterways beauty columnist Lisa Jauregui has added entrepreneur to her résumé. The one-time M•A•C cosmetics trainer in July 2019 launched BK Beauty to sell the line of makeup brushes she designed from her many years of makeup application experience. Here she gives Waterways readers the inside scoop on her new endeavor. A great makeup application starts with the right brushes. Brushes are your tools for creating the perfect makeup look, so you need brushes that help you achieve the look you want, whether it’s a natural, sheer application or one with strong definition and loads of glamour. From the size and shape of the brush head to the fiber of the hair, makeup brushes all perform different tasks and, depending on the quality, perform differently. For that reason a shopper can be overwhelmed when staring at a display full of different shapes and sizes but not knowing what to buy. But if you understand the basics of brush performance, you’ll be armed with the knowledge you need to select exactly what you need. 60 WATERWAYS | December 2019
Heady Considerations Let’s start with the length and shape of the brush head. Long, fluffy brush heads are ideal for blending products and applying them for a sheer natural finish. This type is ideal for loose powders, pigmented blush, bronzers, shadows that you apply in your crease and other products generally applied in a soft, natural approach. On the other hand, brushes that have shorter, denser fibers are generally great for applying more color or achieving more coverage with such products as foundations, concealers and shadow applied to the eyelid. The brush fiber is equally important for getting the perfect application. Natural animal hair and synthetic blends are two options. Natural hair is more porous, so these fibers pick up powder products very well, and synthetic fibers are great for creams and liquid-based products. However, the quality of both natural fibers and synthetic fibers can vary considerably in quality. Fortunately, as the vegan, cruelty-free beauty movement has more brands shifting from natural to synthetic fibers, the quality of synthetic fibers is improving as a result. Care Quality brushes should last you years and will if you clean them regularly and with care. When you wash them, soak >>
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THE BK BRUSH LINEUP only the brush hair in water. Avoid soaking the ferrule and handle in water as that can damage the adhesive used to glue the two together and also ruin the lacquer on the handle. Use a brush cleanser to ensure all the cosmetic product is removed from the brush hair. After rinsing, gently squeeze any excess water from the hair, and then lay each brush flat on a towel to dry overnight.
101 Contoured Foundation A contoured head packs on liquid or cream foundation with the shorter fibers and then blends out with the longer center fibers to achieve flawless, natural-looking coverage.
Beauty + Kindness When I set out to create a set of makeup brushes, I wanted them to be the essentials for a full-face application. I also designed these brushes to offer not only the high performance a makeup artist would expect and
103 Bronzer Its flatter shape and fluffy tip let you softly and precisely bronze your face.
definition and loads of glamour. the ease and functionality to make them equally valuable for the average makeup consumer. I’m proud that BK Beauty brushes are made with 100% vegan premium synthetic fiber. I’m also proud that BK Beauty donates 10% of all profits to The Kindness Campaign (TKC), the Austin-based nonprofit organization that creates curriculum for schools to help students develop empathy and self-acceptance. I set out to build a brand with a passion for beauty and a mission of kindness. I want to build a brand that’s focused as much on inner beauty as outer beauty. TKC and its work aligns with these goals, and I’m so pleased that just three weeks after its launch, BK Beauty made its first donation to TKC of $10,000. 62 WATERWAYS | December 2019
104 Tapered Powder The tapered tip lets you to apply product exactly where you want it—apples of the cheek, under the eyes, the T-zone—making it a multitasker for sure. 201 Blended Crease This larger, fluffy brush picks up eye shadow and does all the work for you, blending it out into the prettiest, softest halo of color in the crease. 202 Defined Crease Because it’s tapered, this brush offers more precision to where they product goes. Its soft fibers blend and soften the edges of your crease, but it packs on a bit more punch than the 201. 203 Shader This brush has the perfect size and shape to pack eyes shadow on your eyelids. Its soft edges give a soft finish. 204 Smudge It Smudge liner or create a smokey eye like a pro because this brush has the right size and density to get the job done. 205 Contoured Shader Sister to the 203 Shader, this brush has all the same benefits but with a contoured tip and shape that hugs the shape of your brow so you can apply brow highlight with precision. All brushes are available at bkbeauty.com.
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Brushes are your tools for creating the perfect makeup look, so you need brushes that help you achieve the look you want, whether it’s a natural, sheer application or one with strong
102 Large Powder Apply powder in the softest finish to set your foundation without a heavy, dry, matte look.
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The Gift of Space Organize and Declutter Your Home for the Holidays By Shelley Seale
The holiday season for many of us means decorating our homes, maybe buying new decorations to augment or replace what we already have, as well as the giving and receiving of gifts. And let’s not forget the great bargains we score on Black Friday and those after-Christmas sales. All this means that now is the perfect time to think about home organization. A little planning and a few resources can go a long way toward keeping your household in order during the rush and chaos of this time of year as well as making
TAMING THE DECORATIONS The holiday season is the perfect transition period, says professional organizer Melynda Weiland. “Decorations are pulled out, things are rearranged to accommodate them. Schedules are assessed to make way for events and added to to-do lists and our homes become more of a focus. These are all perfect scenarios to review, declutter and be intentional with our space.” Weiland, owner of Order to Everything (ordertoeverything.com), suggests that as you begin decorating for the holidays, you should review items as you pull them out
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space for those new acquisitions.
mas, blue for Hanukkah, white for New Year’s Eve and orange for Halloween, for example. She and Weiland both suggest storing your regular household items in the decoration containers while the seasonal décor is out.
KEEPING ORGANIZED INTO THE NEW YEAR
and assess if you really use and want them. When the time comes to take decorations down, look at them again and consider your space before putting them away to determine if you need to discard some items to have order rather than clutter. “As we focus on our homes to clean for company or even making holiday meals, we can use it as an opportunity to take inventory of what is bothering us and what needs to be done to fix our pain points,” Weiland adds. This process can also help prepare your home organization goals for next year and set you up for success. She says that giving yourself a space budget for your holiday décor can help. “For example, only five plastic tubs for Christmas décor or two closet shelves for all holiday décor. If it doesn’t fit, something has to go.” Fellow professional organizer Jennifer Ricottilli (jenniferricottilli.com) has a great tip for decoration organization: Buy colored totes or bins that coordinate with each holiday. Think green or red for Christ-
Now that you have a game plan for the holidays, create an intentional strategy to keep your home organized throughout the year. Ricottilli says that one way to avoid being overwhelmed by this goal is to focus on just one area at a time. “Know your limits and how much time you can devote to one project,” she advises. “Have a place ready to donate unwanted items, and have necessary storage totes ready. I suggest picking one day a month and dedicating it to organizing an area of your choice. Put it on the calendar and keep it as you would an important appointment.” Weiland suggests gathering all your supplies before you begin, including labels, markers and bins or bags for items to recycle, donate, sell or trash. But decluttering is only the first step. “To become truly organized, once a space has been sorted, items must be categorized like with like, logical and functional placements determined, a system created, and habits formed to maintain that system.”
READY, SET, ORGANIZE! Decluttering and organizing can be overwhelming. Weiland suggests asking yourself these questions to help you get started. • What area of the home bothers you the most? • How much time do you have to work on this? • Is there a space that needs to be done before your desired space can be started? • What is your goal and what space would start the ball rolling toward that goal? She also offers tips to keep organized throughout the year. • For every goal or resolution you make, you must implement milestones and habits. Be realistic, create a plan and be consistent. • Create priorities for what you want to accomplish. Concentrate on just one task at a time, and finish it before moving on. • Once you organize a space, create habits to maintain your system. Consistency is key in maintaining any space or system.
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The winter season brings many opportunities to enjoy hearty dishes. Determining what wine to pair with a wintertime meal can seem as daunting as traversing a slick sidewalk after one of Austin’s rare ice storms. If you find yourself overwhelmed selecting wine for a meal, the viticulturists at William Chris Vineyards share advice to simplify wine pairing so you can stop stressing about your wine knowledge—or lack thereof—and instead bring
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Season’s Eatings and Drinkings When the temperature drops, D Thompson, Director of Education and Experiences at William Chris Vineyards, says it’s a great time to go for rich, full-bodied reds. “Red blends—and specifically ones with a significant amount of Merlot, like those from the Right Bank of Bordeaux—provide the body, spicy oak character and rich fruit profile that make them a roast’s best friend,” he explains. “These wines pair nicely with rich meat dishes and sauces that might overpower lighter wines.” Another choice for the cold weather is Mourvèdre, a varietal with spice notes, earthiness and deeper fruit aromas. “Pair these wines with braised or grilled meats such as short ribs and steak.” Thompson adds, “If you like gamier meats, braised lamb and grilled quail bring out the underlying red fruit tones in the wine.” Looking for a white? He recommends Roussane, a grape with a fuller body and rich texture, as a particularly nice winter white, especially when matched with root vegetables and roasted meats. “Pour a glass with mashed 68 WATERWAYS | December 2019
potatoes, roasted turnips or yams. Better yet, serve it on the table with your honey-baked ham or roasted turkey, and feel the wine sing on your palate.” Wintertime presents many an opportunity for celebration, and what better way to celebrate than with some bubbles! Thompson says sparkling rosé is a great choice for such an occasion. While many people associate rosé with summer, he explains that it’s one of the most versatile styles of wine and pairs well whenever a table is laden with a large assortment of food.
Pairing Is Personal Brundrett urges people not to get too stressed over achieving the perfect pairing. Focus instead on the fun of figuring out what you like and enjoying the community that sharing good wine creates. “Remember that wine is just a drink that brings people together,” he says. “Pairing is a good time. Have fun with it. Talk about it.” He recommends asking yourself if you think a wine tastes good with a certain food and thinking about what works or doesn’t work with the pairing. “Create intention with your experience with the food,” he encourages. “If you’re preparing a meal for someone, carefully pick out wine, carefully pick out food and then share your thoughts with your guests.” When discussing how some people may feel too intimidated to enter the world of wine, Brundrett relates it to someone working on her or his golf game. “You can’t make fun of somebody at the driving range hitting golf balls. They’re there to get better.” he says. “Wine and food are an experience. Even if it’s not the perfect pairing, it’s worth talking about it, slowing down and enjoying food with your friends and family.” William Chris Vineyards wines are available at Twin Liquors, HEB, Whole Foods and online at williamchriswines.com.
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You’ve probably heard the rule “Red wine with red meat. White wine with white meat.” It’s easy to remember, but Chris Brundrett, the co-owner of William Chris Vineyards, says you’re free to throw it out. If you need a general guideline to follow, Brundrett recommends partnering tannins and fat. He explains, “Anything super creamy, heavy or fattier goes so much better with a more tannic wine such as Cabernet Sauvignon because the tannins melt the fat.” This melting process releases more of a dish’s flavors, plus the fat makes the tannic wine taste less astringent and therefore easier to drink. Brundrett notes that brightness or acidity go well with salt. “Salt doesn’t go very well with tannin. Fat doesn’t go great with acid.” He adds, “Don’t overanalyze it. Popcorn and pétillant naturel are a delicious pairing.”
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Once the seat of the magnificent Inca Empire, Peru today
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The historical capital of the Inca Empire, Cusco is filled with a wealth of ancient wonders. At the heart of the city is the Plaza de Armas. Here you’ll find both the Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption of the Virgin and Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús, both dating back to the 16th century, surrounded by Incan walls and Spanish-built structures that now house boutiques, restaurants, museums and more. Other must-see spots include the baroque Santo Domingo Convent, built atop the Incan Temple of the Sun as well as the San Blas neighborhood and the many vibrant artisan markets.
where can you experience this richness more fully than in the Sacred Valley. Located in the country’s Andean highlands, this beautiful region surrounding Machu Picchu is the destination for most visitors. Stretching across nearly 40 miles from Cusco to Aguas Calientes, the valley boasts mountain farmlands and lush rainforest and is dotted with charming Spanish colonial towns. 70 WATERWAYS | December 2019
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A popular choice for lodging is the JW Marriott El Convento Cusco (jw-marriott.marriott. com), built within a restored 16th-century convent. Guests enjoy access to the many historic artifacts throughout the property via a private “monk’s tour” of the relics and underground excavations. The hotel also offers a cultural program with activities ranging from traditional cooking classes to face time with an alpaca. An added bonus is that the hotel pipes oxygen into rooms to help guests as they adjust to the higher elevation.
Ollantaytambo The village of Ollantaytambo (pronounced o-yantie-tambo), or Ollanta (oh-yanta) as it’s called by locals, is the perfect stop between Cusco and Machu Picchu. The train route to Aguas Calientes begins here in this picturesque and welcoming town, where cobblestone streets meander past beautiful gardens, colorful shops and fantastic restaurants. >>
The grandeur of Machu Picchu is awe-inspiring. The ruins of this once expansive, wealthy, intricate city are incredible to explore, but the setting itself steals the show.
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Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús
The view from the balcony at El Albergue Ollantaytambo
TRAVEL The Sacred Valley is filled with many ancient sites besides Machu Picchu, and you’ll find some of the most interesting and elaborate ones just outside Ollanta. Make El Albergue Ollantaytambo (elalbergue.com) your base camp for your explorations. The hotel is located conveniently right next to the train station and offers elaborate grounds and a world-renowned restaurant.
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Travelers typically arrive at Machu Picchu one of two ways: by foot or by train. Hiking in requires its own set of plans as well as more time. The alternative, the railway journey from Ollanta to Aguas Calientes, is one of the most breathtaking train rides anywhere. PeruRail’s Vistadome train (perurail.com) affords spectacular views from its panoramic windows during the 90-minute trip from Ollanta. Machu Picchu is the attraction here. There’s not much to Aguas Calientes, but it’s a decent but unspectacular town that exists as a base to the magnificent ruins of the Inca Empire. Plan for two nights here so that you can spend one full day at the ruins with plenty of time to clean up and rest. Then, if so desired, you could spend a second morning at the site before taking an afternoon train back to Cusco. From town you can hike up to the site if you’re feeling hardy, with up being the operative word since the steep uphill hike can take one to two hours, depending on your pace. Or do what most people do and take the bus. You’ll have more time for the ruins—and you’ll want every moment of it! The grandeur of Machu Picchu is awe-inspiring. The ruins of this once expansive, wealthy, intricate city are incredible to explore, but the setting itself steals the show. Nestled high atop emerald-colored mountaintops with the clouds hugging everything, the site makes you truly feels as if you’re nearly at heaven’s gates. The Incas shared that feeling, since they built this place to be close to the gods. Be aware that you must buy entrance tickets to Machu Picchu in advance. You cannot purchase them there. If you’re heading to Peru at any time from May to October, the busy tourist season, you’ll need to buy tickets well in advance, either online at machupicchu.gob.pe/inicio or a travel agent. Peru steals the heart of most visitors in a way that few places do. The archeology and architecture, stunning natural beauty, amazing cuisine and welcoming, warm people make a journey here unforgettable.
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slightly tucked under, with the front of the pelvis rotating upward toward the belly button. The shoulder blades should be down…to allow the chest to lift. The head should be above the shoulders,” and notes that a slight chin tuck can help achieve optimal cranial positioning. If you’re not sure how misaligned your body might be when you stand, the doctor suggests having a friend, family member or coworker take some candid pictures of you standing and sitting. “You’ll be able to see if your head is forward on the torso, which is a huge reason for tension headaches. “The weight of your head is really heavy on the small vertebrae in your neck. I often use the analogy of a bowling ball resting on a straw. So when your head is forward on the spine, the muscles in the back of the neck are strained, which often leads to headaches.”
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switch. When you feel confident your shoulders and buttocks aren’t trying to do the work, simultaneously extend both arms and legs. As you strengthen your postural muscles, you also need to release those larger muscles that, when tight, impact your posture. Dr. Andrea also has recommendations to achieve this goal. For hips that are tight from sitting too long and sitting poorly, she suggests kneeling lunges. To restore the full range of mobility in the spine, open up the chest and generally get the ‘ol juices flowing in the upper body, she recommends cat-cow pose. If gravity has just gotten the better of you, sometimes there’s nothing like child’s pose. As you aim for better posture, keep in mind that good posture doesn’t happen instantly. It takes effort and awareness that you cultivate with practice and time. “Building endurance in postural muscles is the best way to improve posture,” says Dr. Andrea. “Oftentimes people have the best intentions, but then muscle fatigue sets in and the good posture is lost.” With diligence and practice, you too can stand tall.
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